Leandra Thomas
Hyderabad,TG
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources and Recruiting professional with a proven track record of success and recognized as a key contributor across various sectors. Expertise includes HR consulting, executive search, technical recruiting, CRM, and team building and management, showcasing a versatile skill set tailored to diverse organizational needs. A forward-thinking problem solver combining analytical prowess with creativity to drive impactful results while maintaining a positive and proactive approach. Known for strong influencing abilities and adaptability in fast-paced environments, dedicated to fostering growth and delivering exceptional talent solutions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition
Randstad India
09.2021 - Current
- Work closely with the team, and seek constant improvement in the processes to ensure goals are aligned and accomplished on time.
- Proactively resolving disputes and addressing the concerns of all the stakeholders.
- Participate in the manpower planning process.
- Advance participation during the project RFP stage; new geo-development.
- Reinventing and implementing new recruitment, staffing, and workforce development programs to meet advancements in operations, technology, and management.
- Talent Acquisition (Supported in India and GCC Markets)
- Research and identify the best quality candidate pools.
- Handling the end-to-end process, right from screening and sourcing until successful onboarding.
- Hiring for Senior Management and Leadership Roles.
- Cost management and detailed planning of every position for smooth and timely closure within defined SLAs.
- Candidate management – diligent coordination and rigorous follow-up with the candidates to ensure they are keen to take up the assignment, and smooth their onboarding process.
- Managed and delivered within timelines, and enabled quick closures.
- Spearheaded the development of targeted recruitment strategies, enhancing candidate sourcing and increasing applicant quality significantly.
- Streamlined the onboarding process, improving new hire integration and reducing time-to-productivity for new employees.
- Mentored junior recruiters, fostering skills development and boosting team efficiency in talent acquisition initiatives.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify role-specific requirements, ensuring alignment and improving overall recruitment effectiveness.
Human Resources Coordinator
Deloitte
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, including candidate coordination, documentation, and HRIS updates.
- Handled employee queries related to policies, benefits, and payroll in coordination with HR teams.
- Managed HR administration, maintaining accurate employee records, and assisting with payroll processing.
- Coordinated performance review cycles, preparing evaluation materials, and scheduling review meetings.
- Ensured smooth execution of employee life cycle activities – joining, transfers, and exits.
- Assisted in implementing HR policies and process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
- Organized HR events, interviews, and engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Career-Break
01.2018 - 01.2020
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Unify Search Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Proven competencies included in Recruitment, Client Relations, Leadership Hiring, Stakeholder management.
- Recruitment - Sourcing pool of relevant candidates using job portals, referencing, head hunting, professional & social media platforms.
- Network through industry contacts, trade groups, social media, candidates and employers.
- Preliminary screening/short listing & conducting telephonic / personal / video conversations with relevant candidates to evaluate relevance & interest.
- Negotiate with candidates on offers & successfully close the position.
- Managing key accounts in different industries of Non IT & IT.
- Understanding the client’s manpower requirements and specific mandates, thereafter formulate an overall plan to meet the requisite standards for recruitment.
- Conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine their effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
- Providing valuable insight into the industry norms and structure so as to set their expectations right.
- Mentoring 4 recruiters and monitoring their performance to ensure efficiency in process operations & ensure meeting of individual / group targets.
- Unify Search Solutions (USS) is an International Executive Board Search Firm catering to clients across the Globe. Providing services in a wide array of industries like construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, energy, finance & legal, its focused effort is to "Recruit Right".
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Human Resources Management and Services
Welingkar Institute of Management
03.2017
Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) - Marketing
Mumbai University
Mumbai03.2014
Skills
Sales hiring expertise
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition
Randstad India
09.2021 - Current
Human Resources Coordinator
Deloitte
12.2020 - 05.2021
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Career-Break
01.2018 - 01.2020
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Unify Search Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 09.2017
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Human Resources Management and Services
Welingkar Institute of Management
Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) - Marketing
Mumbai University